What’s On

Our What’s On green diary is a free service to groups and organisations concerned with the Australian environment and wildlife, that wish to bring their activities to the attention of our readers. Please keep your submissions as brief as possible and be sure to include all necessary contact details.

September

Wildlife Matters: in a Climate of Change

Don’t miss the wildlife event of the year as Wildlife Queensland brings together some of Queensland’s leading wildlife researchers and campaigners for an afternoon symposium and its annual dinner this September. Designed to inspire positive change for our wildlife when they need it most, Wildlife Matters: in a Climate of Change will feature key voices on what the future holds for Queensland’s iconic wildlife, including that of celebrity guest speaker, Jon Dee!

Hosted by head office, this year’s one-day event will be held on Sunday, 10 September from 10.30am to 4.30pm. The venue is easily accessible by public transport and car. The program includes WPSQ AGM and branch highlights, good food and Wildlife Awards plus the Wildlife Land Fund Ltd AGM.

Packed with bush walks, social evenings and meals, local market visits, guest lectures and exhibitions, Eungella Bird Week and Bushwalking Festival is the ultimate chance to explore an incredible new part of Australia. And meet it’s vibrant community! Join us for a magical week in the spectacular Queensland rainforest!

October

Boat Trip to Ellison Reef

Celebrate the past and influence the Reef’s next 50 years with this boat trip to Ellison Reef, featuring Charlie Veron and Eddie Hegerl, followed by an afternoon at Ninney Rise. The event will be filmed by ABC TV Queensland.

This is a Citizen Science event open to individuals, families, schools, nature photographers and whoever else would like to be involved. Over a 48 hour period (day and night, 10.00am Sunday 15 October to 10.00am Tuesday 17 October), we will seek and identify as many animals, plants and fungi as possible on private and Council land, taking care to cause minimal disturbance.